Chapter 64

Celia broke her silence, her voice calm but pointed.

“Words are important, Elara, but they’re not always enough. If you want the pack to believe in Dante’s loyalty, he needs to prove it through action.”

“He’s already proved it,” I snapped, but Celia didn’t flinch.

“Then make it undeniable,” she replied.

“Give him a task, something public, something visible. Let the pack see that he’s here to support you, not to challenge you.”

I considered her suggestion, the gears in my mind turning. She was right. A declaration of loyalty might satisfy some wolves, but a visible act of support would go further. It would send a message, not just to the pack but to Silas and anyone else watching.

“There’s a scouting mission planned for tomorrow,” I said, my gaze flicking to Dante.